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The Power Plant & Lulled To Sleep
Summary
The Power Plant & Lulled To Sleep is a 2025 first-edition set of two hand-pulled screen prints self-released by Cleon Peterson, each 13 x 18 inches on 290gsm Coventry Rag paper with deckled edges, in a limited edition of 75 and sold together. The paired titles evoke systems of power and the pacification of a distracted public.
Why It Matters
"The Power Plant" suggests the machinery of authority, while "Lulled To Sleep" points to complacency and passivity under it — together a pointed commentary on how power operates through distraction and apathy. The set format lets Peterson pair cause and effect, structure and sedation, within a single two-image statement.
Collector Perspective
As a companion set to Peterson's other 2025 paired releases, this offers two thematically linked images at one accessible price point. The edition of 75 keeps it attainable relative to his smaller runs. Collectors should confirm both prints are included, verify matching numbering, and inspect the deckled edges of each Coventry Rag sheet.
Historical Context
The 2025 diptych sets mark a productive chapter in which Peterson used paired imagery to dissect political power and public complacency. "Lulled To Sleep" in particular reflects his recurring concern with the attention economy and disengagement — themes he articulates explicitly in the companion Full Of Hate & Hoodwinked set from the same year.
FAQ
Is this a single print or a pair?
It is a set of two hand-pulled screen prints sold together, each measuring 13 x 18 inches on 290gsm Coventry Rag paper with deckled edges.
How many were produced?
The set is a first edition limited to 75, self-released by Cleon Peterson in 2025.
What themes do the prints address?
The paired titles evoke the machinery of power and public complacency, addressing how authority operates through distraction and pacification.
Does it connect to his other 2025 sets?
Yes, it is one of several 2025 companion pairings, alongside sets like Tired Of The Show & Feudal Trouble and Full Of Hate & Hoodwinked, sharing format and theme.
About the Artist
Cleon Peterson (born 1973, Seattle) is an American artist known for stark, high-contrast compositions depicting scenes of violence, power, and social conflict. Working primarily in a limited palette — often black on a single bold ground — he renders chaotic tableaux of figures locked in struggle, exploring themes of authority, brutality, and moral disorder in contemporary society. His graphic, almost hieroglyphic style has appeared in paintings, murals, and a substantial catalogue of signed prints, as well as collaborations spanning fashion and public art. He is based in Los Angeles.
Collecting Cleon Peterson at Gauntlet Gallery
Which Cleon Peterson works should I collect?
His signed, numbered screenprints are the core of the market, prized for their bold duotone impact. Look for clean registration and strong condition. Gauntlet Gallery prioritizes complete, well-preserved impressions with documentation.
How is a Cleon Peterson piece authenticated?
We sell his works with documented provenance and the edition's signature and numbering. Each piece is photographed as-is, including signature and edition details, so you can verify before purchase.
What drives value?
Edition size, image iconicity, color scheme, condition, and provenance drive value. Low-numbered, large-format, and hand-embellished works command the strongest premiums.